Scholarships 4 Moms Blog

Those graduating from college this spring are sure to get advice from a lot of different people - their family members, friends and professors, for instance. However, many may be discouraged at some of the unsolicited advice they receive regarding the job market and their career.
The author of a book on prosperity is weighing in as well, by offering these new graduates some of his own advice - ignore the negativity.…

A difficult job market has forced many college students and recent graduates to resort to desperate measures to find the job of their dreams. Some take low-paying entry level positions in hopes of impressing someone and being promoted. Others opt for internships, hoping that a temporary position will turn into something more permanent down the road.
The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) reports that more than half of students in the class of 2011 had internships, however nearly half (48 percent) of them were unpaid.…

Many moms who return to college to obtain a bachelor's degree look forward to the day they graduate and can start the career they've always dreamed of.
Whether you paid for your education yourself, depended on various grants for parents or college scholarships or took out loans, earning a regular paycheck is another part of graduating that is highly anticipated. Even better, with a degree in hand, experts say you'll boost your earning potential significantly. 
According to the U.S.…

With the price of getting a college education continuing to increase, many students are trying to find ways to save money in other parts of their personal budgets.
Recent graduates, who are often cash-strapped due to college loan debt, may also be looking for ways to stretch their money further. In fact, a recent report from the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA) revealed that college seniors who graduated with student loans in 2010 owed an average of $25,250 each.…

The recent unemployment data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reveals that college graduates are faring better than others in the current job market.
The April 2012 unemployment report revealed that the current jobless rate for those over the age of 25 stands at 6.8 percent. However, it is lower (4.0 percent) for individuals with a bachelor's degree or higher and higher for those with some college (7.6 percent) or only a high school diploma (7.9 percent).…

Data shows that individuals with a college degree make more money than those without one.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2011, individuals with a bachelor's degree made an average of $1,053 per week, compared to $768 per week for those with an associate degree, $719 per week for those with some college (but no degree) and $638 per week for those with a high school diploma.…

With the end of another semester upon us, college students of all ages are searching for internships for the summer break.
Experts say that internships provide a variety of benefits for those pursuing a college degree. They help individuals get valuable work experience in their desired industry, field or profession, they can be used to get college credits and they are often paid positions that help students make money to pay bills and offset other costs while in school.…

This week marks Teacher Appreciation Week in the United States. While schools, districts and parent-teacher organizations nationwide use this week to recognize teachers, many parents have also done things to thank those who teach them and/or their children.
Small, inexpensive gifts such as flowers, plants, mugs, cookies, candy, tote bags and candles are common gifts that help students of all ages show their appreciation for teachers.…

There's no denying this time of year can be both fulfilling and stressful for soon-to-graduate college students of all ages. Besides the work that comes along with finishing up a semester, those who are finishing their degree program and graduating are looking for jobs and mapping out their next steps.
A recent of the college graduating class of 2012 survey conducted by job search engine website SimplyHired.com revealed that job security is among the biggest concern for many students about to enter the workforce.…

Several U.S. colleges have implemented plans to lure college dropouts back to campus to finish their degree.
According to Reuters, the University of New Mexico, University of Oklahoma, University of Kentucky and University of Rhode Island (URI) are among some that have reached out to former students encouraging them to return to college.
At URI, school officials say that the number of students dropping out after completing the majority of their required courses has increased in recent years.…